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My Take
Gregg Bissonette is a drummer's drummer, the guy other players study and idolize. His work on David Lee Roth's Eat 'Em and Smile is a masterclass, all that flash and groove holding down a wildly talented band. What sets him apart is his versatility, sliding from hard rock to big-band jazz to pop sessions without missing a beat. Being a longtime member of Ringo Starr's All-Starr Band is the ultimate seal of approval, since who better to judge drumming than a Beatle? His educational videos shaped a generation of players. An unsung hero of the kit.
Overview
Gregg Bissonette (born June 9, 1959) is an American drummer and session musician from Detroit, Michigan. A highly versatile player, he has recorded and toured with a wide range of artists, including David Lee Roth, Joe Satriani, and Ringo Starr's All-Starr Band. He is widely respected in the studio and educational drumming community for his technical command across rock, jazz, and pop styles.
1. Profile
- Name (English)
- Gregg Bissonette
- Name (Japanese)
- グレッグ・ビソネット
- Reading
- ぐれっぐ・びそねっと
- Born
- June 9, 1959 (age 67)
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Gemini / Pig
- Origin
- Detroit, Michigan, United States
- Occupation
- Drummer / Jazz musician / Studio musician / Musician
4. Personality
Motto
Private
6. Links
Frequently asked questions
When was Gregg Bissonette born?
Born June 9, 1959 (age 67).
Where is Gregg Bissonette from?
Gregg Bissonette is from Detroit, Michigan, United States.
What does Gregg Bissonette do?
Gregg Bissonette works as Drummer, Jazz musician, Studio musician, Musician.
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7. About this entry
Tags
- Last updated
- 2026-06-02
Facts are limited to publicly available information up to 2024; non-public or unconfirmed items are omitted. English text is machine-assisted (facts translated by Sonnet, "My Take" written by Opus 4.8). The Japanese page is the source of record.